Scholars Rank Reagan "Near Great," Clinton "Average" In Survey

November 16, 2000

In a survey undertaken by the Federalist Society and The Wall Street Journal, 78 scholars were asked to rank the 39 U.S. presidents who have served more than a few months in office. The sponsors claim it is the most politically balanced ranking of the presidents to date.

Three presidents -- Washington, Lincoln and Franklin Roosevelt -- were accorded the status of "Great."